In Memory of Betty Ong

Betty,

You are a true hero. Listening to your phone call makes me think that you're an American and Asian patriot. May you rest in peace, and god bless you in heaven. Thinking about you and this crash is so strong, even though I am just a kid. It makes me feel like you are family to me—you, and the others who died in the crash. We of course all thank you for making that important call you made, warning not just traffic control, but the whole WORLD about the crash. Remember the flight you were in IS the one most remembered by people. Rest in peace.

*** Posted by R Michael on 2010-07-30 ***

Dearest Betty Ong,

Acknowledging that you did your best to save the crew and passengers on the A.A. Flight 11, more and more admirers around the globe, not just here at home, honor and miss you. You were an inspiration and a beautiful person in every way in your short lifetime. And your inspirational beauty will always continue to live in all of our hearts.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-06-27 ***

I still to this day listen to your phone call and know that it takes a brave soul to do what you did. I am proud to call myself your fellow American, and may you rest in peace. You truly are a hero in my eyes. R.I.P., Betty Ong. May God bless you in heaven.

*** Posted by Robert J on 2010-06-09 ***

Dearest Bee,

I just want to let you know that on May 25, 2010, the San Francisco Giants acknowledged you as a "true American hero" on Chinese Heritage Night at the ballgame. I am so proud of you, and we miss you so very much.

*** Posted by Gloria on 2010-06-02 ***

My heart goes out to Betty and her family. Her bravery was that of a true heroine. It saddens me to know that she was taken away from us. She will always be remembered by her family, her friends, and everyone who was fortunate enough to have been a part of her life. Although I never met her, I feel as though I have known her a lifetime. Her heart will live on in all of those who loved her.

*** Posted by Amy on 2010-06-01 ***

There's still good people in the world. You died trying, and you died a hero. R.I.P.

*** Posted by Nidhi Kanabar on 2010-05-29 ***

Your story brought me to tears.... You sound like you were a very special person on earth, and now you are an angel in heaven.... Thank you for your inspiration to make us all better people.... You have left us with a beautiful legacy.

A loving memory and "thank you" from Australia,
Garry

*** Posted by Garry from Australia on 2010-05-29 ***

Aye yo, Betty!

I think what you did on Flight 11 was amazing. You inspire me to be more brave. Even though I don't know you, I've read a lot about you, and you were an amazing person. We need a lot more people like you in America. God bless you, and may you R.I.P.

*** Posted by Daniel Garcia Jr. on 2010-05-26 ***

Betty Ong,

You were so brave, and you are not forgotten. I hope that you are an angel in heaven and that everything is better for you than it is here on planet Earth for us.

Peace to you,
tr

*** Posted by Tracy Rowland on 2010-04-27 ***

R.I.P., Bee.

*** Posted by greentea on 2010-04-22 ***

You were very brave and courageous! You have left this world, but your love stays.

*** Posted by Touch Equator on 2010-04-20 ***

Betty,

I just want to say that you're my hero. People like you save me from my everyday fears. You help me move on and be strong. I can listen to your voice on that tape and shed a thousand tears for you. I know you're up there, and you're here for us all. R.I.P., Betty Ong.

*** Posted by stephan sarantakis on 2010-04-20 ***

Ovviamente non posso averti conosciuto, ma mi impressiona quanto leggo nelle traduzioni della telefonata, e dopo tanto tempo č ancora forte l'emozione. Riposa in pace.

[Ed. - Obviously I couldn't have known you, but it made a big impression on me to read the translations of the telephone call, and after so much time has passed, the emotion is still strong. Rest in peace.]

*** Posted by Claudio on 2010-04-08 ***

Though I never knew you, the strength and courage you showed in the final moments of Flight 11 gave me a degree of solace in dealing with the loss of a family member on that beautiful, horrible day. And through that loss, I was honored to have met your beautiful sisters. God bless you and your family.

*** Posted by Barbara Geidel on 2010-04-02 ***

Rest in peace, Betty! I still think about 9-11 a lot.

—Merete Eriksen (Norway)

*** Posted by Merete Eriksen on 2010-03-27 ***

Betty,

Almost nine years have passed since you left to be with God's angels. It still seems like yesterday, and how time has moved so quickly! It is hard to believe that you are not with us. Oh, how I wish you were still here. Even now, on days when I am sad or need a little lift, I am content with looking back at your picture below the stars and next to the silhouettes of the awesome twin towers, seeing the brightness in your eyes and remembering the joy and goodness you always shared with everyone. Even to this day, many I am sure, but for me think that seeing you again somewhere or somehow would be one's greatest dream and hope. But most important is that you have peace and comfort now and are watched over in heaven with the wings that you've earned. Love you and miss you, Bee.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-03-12 ***

A great lady.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-03-11 ***

Dear Betty,

Your last words, "PRAY FOR US. PRAY FOR US"—I cannot forget those words and that heroism and bravery. I know you are in a better place now, and I wish you just peace and pray for you every day. We miss you every day. You are the bravest, most courageous woman I have ever seen in my life. Sometimes I feel so bad for such a terrible, black day. But I will always remember you as a hero of AMERICA. Miss you, Betty.... May god bless, and lots of love.

*** Posted by Ankit Murawala on 2010-03-03 ***

You are my hero. You will never be forgotten. Thank you.

*** Posted by Chantelle on 2010-03-03 ***

I really loved Betty. She was like a sister to me. She lived next door to me and my family, and every year on 9/11 I go back to Andover and wish I could just see Betty one more time. She was a really good friend to my family, and I never got to thank her for that. I love you, Betty, and miss you so much.

*** Posted by Samantha Erickson on 2010-03-02 ***

Dear Betty,

I have heard the tapes with your voice trying to save the plane, and you and the other flight attendants are true heroes. May you rest in peace. What you went through I cannot even begin to imagine, but up until my last breath I will fight against terrorism. I know you are in heaven watching over your loved ones. Rest in peace, Betty Ong, and forever we will remember you made the ultimate sacrifice. God bless you.

*** Posted by Paul L. on 2010-03-01 ***

I didn't know you, Betty. I live at the bottom of the world in New Zealand, but recently I saw a documentary and heard your voice. Wherever you are, I wish you peace

*** Posted by Bridget on 2010-02-28 ***

This site may or might have be forgotten but your with us all and mostly inside my heart...

*** Posted by walt stephens on 2010-02-17 ***

Happy birthday, sweetheart.

*** Posted by Mark on 2010-02-07 ***

For you, Betty,

Happy birthday. May you rest in peace....

*** Posted by Jeff on 2010-02-05 ***

Happy birthday, Bee....

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-02-05 ***

The first time I heard it on the news, I didn't know that it was a terrorist attack till the second plane hit.

Rest in peace, Betty. You always will be remembered.

*** Posted by Raymond Laurin (from Sudbury, Ontario, Canada) on 2010-01-18 ***

Betty,

I feel very sad for you and the others who were aboard the plane. All you were going to do was your job, but it was just ruined. My heart goes out to you and your family and friends for the tragic day you had. I pray to god for you to rest in peace. May you rest in heaven. As of now, you are in a better place. May you rest in peace, you sweet, beautiful woman.

*** Posted by John on 2010-01-16 ***

Forever remembered and young in our hearts.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2009-12-03 ***

In loving memory of Betty Ann Ong—Bee:

Bee, you left us, and now we are just an empty field,
left with a world shed of the beauty for us to no longer see, reasons we can't understand,

Bee, now engraved in our hearts, our ambitions lost in suspense, like lost leaves drifting swiftly along the Nile

Bee, you comforted us in awe, a miracle fulfilled,
our appeal for you, grateful to you we are so indebted,
then a World so perfectly complete, mountains, waters born from your dearest touch, looking on unseeing you where you were, all nights are not bright until we see you, and are bright only if you are there

Bee, you are my all the World, I must strive,
to know my shames and praises from your sounds, we used to hear, found how torn the world was, after you said pray for us and goodbye, your courageous sacrifice, mourns us with eyes too moist

Bee, you are so strongly in my purpose for a just a brief glance, I cannot hesitate, even with my life to dispense, for that chance, awakes my heart to delight, with utmost respect

Bee, Profound in our sight of you, we throw our love, and honor, So much from you we received, now we are so indebted
We are not worthy, grief lies forward, and joy falls behind

Bee, your farewell is still faint since that autumn morning,
Now the spring blossoms come late, all creations, your beloved, faltering since your last words.

*** Posted by Jeff on 2009-10-11 ***

Betty Ong truly was a hero. May she be remembered for generations to come.

*** Posted by Brandon McDowell on 2009-09-26 ***

Betty,

You and Amy did a great thing. Without you guys calling and telling the control center you were being hijacked, we may not as many details we know today. Thank you so much for all this. God bless you and Amy.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2009-09-18 ***

Betty,

I did not know you, but I listened to the call you made on the morning of September 11th. It was so sad. I cried too much, and you really touched me. I feel like you were such an amazing person, and I can tell by your picture and your voice that you really were a great caring person. I know you are in a better place now, and it must have been so hard for you that day. I feel so sad after listening to you and realizing that you passed away that day.

*** Posted by Kris on 2009-09-16 ***

May you be resting in peace, Betty. God Bless....

*** Posted by Jennifer Moore on 2009-09-14 ***

I wish I knew you because you are simply incredible. How calm and brave you were just makes me admire you. I hope I can be as good as a person you were.

*** Posted by Kathleen on 2009-09-11 ***

On this day of remembrance, the Ong family is grateful for all the kind words and thoughts. We keep the memory of those who perished on 9/11 alive in our hearts today and always. Our family miss Betty very much and keep her legacy alive by working with children whom Betty adored. We hope that the horrific events of 9/11 will keep us vigilant so that this tragedy will never occur again in America and that there will be peace throughout the world.

*** Posted by The Ong Family on 2009-09-11 ***

It is with great admiration that I remember Betty Ong on this day. In the face of such overwhelming circumstances, Betty was poised, brave, and provided a voice through the darkness on that day. I am grateful for the example of courage she left. Her life was far too short but her legacy will live on. Thank you Betty for doing your best on this day 8 years ago.

*** Posted by Marilyn on 2009-09-11 ***

You are a true hero, Betty. Even with the situation you were in, you managed to stay calm and act heroically. I will never forget you. x

*** Posted by Lewys Dibble on 2009-09-07 ***

Even though I never met you, listening to the 9-11 call you made, you sounded surprisingly calm. Even though you knew your life was going to end soon, you were still brave. Rest in peace because you're in a better place.

*** Posted by mekayla on 2009-08-02 ***

My thoughts go out to Betty's friends and family. I heard Betty's 9/11 phone call several years ago, and I was personally inspired by her calmness and bravery. She forever affected the way I deal with stressful situations in my life. Thank you so much, Betty, for setting the example and changing my life in such a positive way. Your time on earth may have been short, but your great spirit will inspire people forever.... God bless you.

*** Posted by George Hoban on 2009-07-05 ***

In honor of and tribute to Betty Ann Ong—

You will always have God's love, comfort, and peace. The guardian angel and first soldier of bravery that you are will always be held in America's highest honor. I can't think of anyone as courageous in all the conflicts of U.S. or even World history who could have performed as well under the same atmosphere of danger and duress, threatened by tyrants with weapons, and unable to breathe from mace in the air. While held captive inside a speeding, doomed vessel, Bee voluntarily took a leadership position to help save thousands of lives—she phoned federal authorities that helped in their investigations (acknowledged by herself the fact that her own life was about to end in minutes.) If anyone deserves the "Medal of Honor," it should without doubt be awarded to Betty Ann Ong. Thanks, Bee, for your patriotism and service to our country!

*** Posted by Jeff Brown on 2009-05-29 ***

Betty Ong, you are a true hero. My thoughts and prayers go to your loved ones and all those who passed away on 9-11.

*** Posted by APM on 2009-05-21 ***

You stayed at your duties to the very end. God bless you, and god bless America.

*** Posted by Tre' Nichols on 2009-04-04 ***

For some reason I had not heard of you and your story until today. You and your courage will never be forgotten.

*** Posted by dks on 2009-03-06 ***

Happy Birthday, beautiful.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2009-02-05 ***

When the worst of humanity descends like a dark night, the best of humanity shines like a bright star against the blackness. Betty Ong was that star.

*** Posted by Richard and ChunYu on 2009-02-05 ***

My name is sarah and I am 12 years old and miss betty as much as any one bless those people on that 911 plane who died and shame those higakers. bless America

*** Posted by Sarah on 2008-11-07 ***

In Remembrance of BETTY ONG,

Flight 11, the first to hit the WTC, was also the flight Betty Ong was aboard and proven to be her last day on Earth. In the burdensome role she was forced into in the last minutes of her life, with a fate which she probably knew was inevitable, she took a leadership role by communicating vital information to airport authorities via flight-equipped phones, which helped in the saving of countless lives (millions) by grounding other aircraft. I can’t find words to describe how wonderful a person she was. But from the life stories I've read about her, it just made me crumble in tears after hearing the loss of such a marvelous lady’s life, especially with the duress she was put under in the final minutes of her life. She has always gone out of her way to help others, mainly elderly people, and she loved children. In fact, she had began programs in trying to address "child obesity," a problem having plagued the nation for years. As a flight attendant on duty, Betty would almost never sleep on her breaks, but she chose to continue working extended hours on board to ensure passengers were served and cared for. She was very energetic and enthusiastic every day, always putting others first, without regard for herself. She always wanted to do the right thing. I am very sorrowful for flight attendants, because although their salary levels are comparable to non-skilled occupations, they have to be concerned with so many miscalculated life-threatening risks and variables on a daily basis at 35,000 feet in the air. Even with such odds as there being a mechanical problem, and even if a plane recovers, the notion you can't walk away (like from a stalled car) is chilling. This is what they face every day they go to work. Flight attendants are the real heroes! Especially Betty Ann Ong, who gave her life for us. My prayers are for Bee and her family. When Bee died, a large part of me died, too, and I'm not superstitious, but if it were in my ability to have her back with us and her family, that would be my most greatest wish. I know now for sure that when Betty's life was lost, all the years here on Earth since Sept 11, 2001, have been empty and sad.... We miss you, Bee....

*** Posted by John Sebastion on 2008-10-23 ***

No one can ever measure up to such a wonderful hero as Betty Ann Ong. I am sorry I never was lucky enough to know her directly. But after seeing her angel-like appearance in the photograph, and after hearing the 4-minute tape footage, it stuns me to imagine that such a beautiful, gracious, and kind-hearted lady could be stolen from us. She set the highest example in every sense of the word when she stood up to the most horrifying events, and with only minutes away from losing her own life, remained calm and took a leadership role. I pray that God give Bee (Betty A. Ong) everlasting comfort and happiness in a peaceful heaven. Bee, you will always be in my heart.

*** Posted by Jeff on 2008-10-05 ***

I am having to do a report on Betty, and I am so stunned about how funny she was and how she could put people in their place if needed. So sorry for her death, and praying for all.

*** Posted by Sarah on 2008-09-19 ***

To Betty Ong and family of Betty Ong,

Wow. What tributes I see before me. I couldn't put it any better what a true hero Betty is, as all our 9-11 victims are, but Betty facing danger and keeping so calm made such a difference in that plane. What a gutsy lady, and we will never forget Ms Betty Ong. She is what America is all about: caring and loving your fellow man. I know she's in good hands now, and thanks for all your inspiration you made on that day. I know her family will miss her, too, as will all of us, even though she didn't even know us, but we feel she was and is a part of us still working wonders.

Love always and forever,
LaMar Elliott

*** Posted by LaMar Elliott on 2008-09-09 ***

Betty is my hero, and she always will be.

*** Posted by julie on 2008-08-27 ***

Betty is my hero of 9/11. Betty Ong is a true American hero!

*** Posted by vanessa on 2008-08-26 ***

hi this is sharon I picked betty ong as my hero of 9/11 becuse of her courge onbord flight 11 she called american airlines and the most shocking thing of all is that the call was taped and in the tape you here betty talking about the hijacking but the call is only 25 hours but later she said pray for us that part was not taped but people who were listing to betty heard this betty is my hero she allways will be this september will be the 7th anniversary of the tragdy its hard to belive its been that long but when the day comes I will honor betty and the rest of the people who died that day ill will post something here when the anniversary comes this september 11, 2008

*** Posted by sharon on 2008-08-12 ***

Betty,

I heard your last minutes of life, and you are my new hero. Your courage and bravery will always be remembered. I will never forget you.

*** Posted by Jason Dekonig on 2008-08-11 ***

Hi. I heard the tape of Betty Ong on board Flight 11. It was sad. I still listen to it. It is a very sad tape, knowing that she was going to die, but she didn't know that she was going to die. In the tape you hear Betty talking about the hijacking. Betty sounded very brave, and she was, even at the very end. May god bless the family of Betty and all those who lost loved ones on 9/11.

*** Posted by jonathan on 2008-08-07 ***

to the family of betty my thoughts and prayers go out to you to the family of betty she was a pretty girl and very beautiful her smile lights up a room it makes me smile betty was a hero of 9/11 for her actions and courge onbord that flight AA flight 11 betty is my hero not just her but my cousin I lost a cousin onbord another flight which fought back that day if you wish to contact me please do at flight9398@yahoo.com thank you

*** Posted by jonathan on 2008-08-05 ***

Dear Betty,

You are my hero; you will never be forgotten. I filled my eyes with tears while listening to your last minute telephone conversation. I found out today only after 7 years; I promised to visit your foundation someday. God bless you and your family.

Niranjan Sharma
Manipur,INDIA

*** Posted by Niranjan Sharma on 2008-08-02 ***

You're alive by your example.

*** Posted by Antonio Harres on 2008-07-07 ***

You're now in the arms of the angels. May you find eternal comfort and peace there....

*** Posted by Sabrina on 2008-07-02 ***

I think of Betty the Brave and won't forget her smile

*** Posted by Lori on 2008-05-24 ***

Betty was a very brave lady on the dark day of 9-11. She will never be forgotten. I love you, Betty! You go, girl!

*** Posted by Roberto Rameriz on 2008-04-28 ***

You are not forgotten, Betty, you were an awesome, incredible person, and you are in my thoughts daily. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you! :( I love you, Betty. :-)

Emily xoxoxo

*** Posted by Emily on 2008-04-11 ***

That took some major guts to place that call and to keep calm the entire time. Betty, you're a hero!

*** Posted by Rachel on 2008-03-29 ***

I first heard of Betty Ong as information on the events surrounding 9/11 became public. Then I saw her photo and thought, "What a beautiful girl!" Recently, I read the transcript of her call on that fateful day, and then I heard that call. It was heartbreaking. It really cut me up. Betty was so professional, so together in that situation. Betty really is a 9/11 hero. May her memory be a shining light to us all. To her family: How you must miss her, your beautiful, wonderful Betty. We will never forget her. God bless Betty Ong.

*** Posted by Greg Thomas (Sydney, Australia) on 2008-03-20 ***

Betty Ong inspired me to be brave and confident. I always pray for her family that they can find some peace.

*** Posted by JayVon, 11 on 2007-10-19 ***

To the memory of Betty Ong and for all of the loved ones you left behind,

It is obvious that you were chosen to be (& still are) a guardian angel, chosen for your sweet nature, calm convictions, peaceful demeanor, quick thinking, and unimaginable courage to comfort, soothe, lead, and deliver the frightened souls of Flight 93 into heaven. I wish I'd known you. I wish most people were like you. You will have my undying admiration and eternal hope that I can be half the incredible soul you were (& are). Bless you always, Betty, for being the guiding light for so many, on that day and even now. I hope someday we will meet in the afterwards. Always, and only in love and peace, Anne Allison, Midland, TX, September 30, 2007. NO MORE PAIN.

*** Posted by Anne Allison on 2007-09-30 ***

Dearest Betty,

You are truly a hero and will never be forgotten. I pray that God bless your surviving family, and may you rest in peace.

*** Posted by Amber Jones on 2007-09-18 ***

To all of the victims of September 11, 2001
May we never forget your courage and heroism that all of you did on that fateful day.
And to all the love ones that you left behind may we never forget, may we never forget.

*** Posted by JJ Dumond on 2007-09-12 ***

My name is Gregg Juarez. I live in southern California. Today, even though I never knew this person, I am thinking of Betty because to me she has been the one who has moved me the most with the horrible events of this date. My fathers birthday is the 11th, and I remember waking up that morning thinking first of him. When I was a child, he told me he remembered exactly where he was when he first heard President Kennedy had been assassinated. He told me sometimes things happen, and you never forget the exact moment when you first heard of it. I am wheelchair bound and cannot drive, otherwise I would go wherever was necessary to show my good thoughts for her. Of all the single individuals from that day, I believe her bravery and beauty will for the rest of my life stay with me the most. My deepest thoughts and prayers go to her family and to the lucky ones who called her friend. May God bless her soul for being so pretty and brave inside and out. In my thoughts I am leaving many flowers. This I say with only complete sincerity.

*** Posted by Gregg Juarez on 2007-09-12 ***

Betty, you are my hero. Rest in peace.

*** Posted by Dave on 2007-09-11 ***

Dear Betty,

You are still remembered and celebrated as a hero of AA Flight 11 on this, the 6th Anniversary of 9/11. Someday we shall see you again and feel that wonderful feeling you always brought to those around you. Until then, rest in the arms of GOD.

*** Posted by AsianAmericanHistoryBuff on 2007-09-11 ***

Betty,
  I didn't know you personally, but after reading the story of your last moment, I can't help myself but feel a goose bump all over my body. My eyes were filled with tears of sadness and grief....
  My heart is overwhelmed with so much sorrow, and I can't imagine how much more your family, your love ones,and friends have gone through all these..
  It's a long way back to when it was happened.. sorrows and grievances have been lessened.. but your act of heroic bravery, will last in our hearts forever.....


We love you Betty....

*** Posted by Lewis Garcia Angeles on 2007-09-10 ***

Betty,

Wow! You were one of the most couragous people! My prayers are always with you. You are an angel!

*** Posted by Jose Hernandez on 2007-07-03 ***

sorry 4 your loss. hope u r ok. r.i.p.

*** Posted by ella on 2007-04-27 ***

BETTY ONG! MOST COURAGES! I WOULD HAVE DONE THE SAME THING IN SUCH A SITUATION. GOD BLESS YOU SISTER!

Ku Jun Mo 구준모 from South Korea.

*** Posted by Ku Jun Mo on 2007-03-04 ***

Betty Ong has been inducted into the San Francisco, George Washington High School AlumniScope newsletter HALL OF MERIT as an outstanding GWHS Alumni. Her acts of heroic bravery as a Crew Member of American Airlines Flight 11 were read into the Congressional Record by House Representative Nancy Pelosi of San Francisco. And September 21 has been declared "BETTY ONG DAY" in San Francisco by then Mayor Willie Brown, so I am confident the memory of Betty Ann Ong as a 9/11 National Hero shall live on in the minds of us all. GOD Bless you Betty, and rest now in the arms of God.

*** Posted by an Asian American on 2006-10-31 ***

You are remembered today. You are an inspiration to all. May you be in eternal peace.

*** Posted by Laura on 2006-10-20 ***

I didn't know her, but I was moved to write this poem...

becky ong

you were such a pretty girl
i know that is always what
your father thought
watching his tears
with your mother’s hand
on his back
sternly they sit
in the hearing
holding back
what they can
of western style
emotion

i saw your face today
a face I won’t see again
and I heard your
steady recording
on that eleventh day
of september

two stabbed
in first class
mace in the air
a locked cabin door

21 minutes

the time that was left
a good hot shower
a cross town trip
a long distance call
that we all should make
to heal wounds
release secrets
express joy
profess love

the call you would have made
if you had known.

*** Posted by Patrick Pellicer on 2006-09-27 ***

Seeing her courage and calmness in hijack that took place and with little sign of fear in her voice I was really touched by her handling the situation on board. Myself a very weak person after seeing her actions in an episode in national geographics have got the determination to live and to move ahead.... Betty you are symbol of courage and fearlessness. Hats off to you. Thanks.

*** Posted by Bhanuprakash singh on 2006-09-15 ***

After watching tonight's movie I was very impressed with Betty and how she handled the situation on her flight. I hope her family knows how much, I am sure, her calm demeanor meant to everyone on the flight. You should be very proud of Betty as all Americans are five years later. Good Bless and Peace Be With You.

*** Posted by Joe on 2006-09-11 ***

The day to remember Betty Ong. She was obviously a courageous and brave woman. God bless you Betty.....

WMChan
Vancouver, Canada.

*** Posted by Wai Man Chan on 2006-09-11 ***

Today it has been 5 years ago since Betty Ong spoke her last words through the phone,i will forever remember her courage to stay calm on the phone..I Hope that she is up in heaven with God

*** Posted by Chomessa on 2006-09-11 ***

I don't know who Betty is either but When I watch The Movies that they made about it showed her with lots of courage and she try to do all that should could to keep The Passangers Calm And Do Everything She Could! Betty deserves a Metal Of Courage And Honor~I am sure she will be well missed by her Family!

Terriorist can't steal one thing from us Love And How Much We Love One Another,What we will do for each other,no matter what happens we are there for each other and that is something that they didn't kill that day~That is The American Dream~Love One Another Just Like Christ Loves You~

~Blessings~
Lynda

*** Posted by Lynda on 2006-08-28 ***

Thank you Betty. Five years later your story help me find that emotional place of remembrance so I can truly honor everyone we lost on this momentous anniversary. It's time to reflect and let those feelings flood our souls for them.

*** Posted by Diane Frances on 2006-08-16 ***

She was a true American hero.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2006-08-07 ***

Your life was taken so abruptly but there are those of us who know you live on blessed in after life. After so many years, I like many others still honour your life and those whose life were taken on that day.

*** Posted by BOON HONG on 2006-06-03 ***

iam so sorry that you were killed in this tragedy.god bless you and america

*** Posted by diana on 2006-02-05 ***

I don't know who Betty Ong was, but for me she was a hero, i could'nt imagine what is her situation up there in the plane with her colleagues, she inspired me to become a flight attendant someday dispite the risks. My mother's heart goes out to her when we watched the re-enactment of Discovery Channel. Let me share this quote to all...
          "Death leaves a pain no one can steal,
            love leaves a memory no one ca steal."
   
            God bless us all!

*** Posted by Tristan Robles on 2005-11-11 ***

hi , i didn't know becky, but i heard the audio tape of her courage that morning, she will be missed , but it's her courage that will keep us belieiving everyday for a better tommorrow, though she'll be missed she'll always be remembered. i went to school with alicia titus a flight attendent who was on ameriacn flight 175. i know what ur going through, but remember this , it's thier courage and love that will keep thier spirit alive forever god blees to all, and godbless becky and alicia ty from ur friend todd

*** Posted by todd ellis on 2005-09-28 ***

The courage that Betty showed on 911 is beyond words.  The fact that she was able to be so calm in letting ground control know what was going on on that horrific day is amazing.  Her courage and strength is something that I will never forget.  I know in my heart that she was responsible for saving countless lives by giving valuable information that brought aviation to halt on a day that no one will ever forget.

*** Posted by Sue Nespor on 2005-09-15 ***

betty is a strong woman hearing the recording while she was on the plane that would soon kill her other attendants and of course the passengers she was calm on the phone but you could tell she knew she would soon die but all she cared about at that monent was keeping the passengers calm and telling the people on the ground exactly what happened... betty ong is not dead... she lives in everyones hearts who believe in her and say she may not be a police officer or firefighter who most people say are heros but even though she is only a flight attendent she is everything you can say is a hero and today is her 4th year in heaven she is missed loved people pray for her and will never forget what she did on this tragic day 4 years ago

*** Posted by SaraMarie on 2005-09-11 ***

Dearest Betty -
We love you and miss you so much!  You are truly an American hero and my sweet angel. When I'm feeling weak and down..... the memories, your courage, your bravery is what helps me through those moments. As today marks the 4th anniversary of 9/11, we will especially be thinking of you today.

*** Posted by Trapper on 2005-09-11 ***

I am so struck by the calm manner in which Betty relayed the horrifying situation; what a true professional....I wish I could be more like her and have that much courage under pressure. God Bless you......

*** Posted by Lana Russo on 2005-08-23 ***

Betty Was The Brave! So Brave There Are No Words! I No that day must have been terriable for her, i was in new york on that day and i saw flight 11 shatter the lifes of thousands and betty stayed calm , so don't forget her anyone she was so so brave please temember her she gave her life god be with her she was trying to hold it together , betty you are the wing beneath my wings! Love Adam!

*** Posted by Adam Martin Pallett (London) on 2005-06-12 ***

I believe one of the obscenities of 9/11 is that the terrorists were in business class, so they would have been served pre-flight (albeit non-alcoholic) drinks by those they intended to murder.  Atrocious!

I have listened to the words of Betty Ong and I am most struck by her dignity.  Like Bethany, I would like to see a memorial statue for Betty in her home town of Andover, or at the gate at Boston Logan Airport. 

An impossible dream, I know, but I would also like to see her story taught to children in the terrorist nations, telling them that this is the face of a victim of terrorism.  She was not evil, not an infidel.  She was a wonderful person who cared for the welfare of others before herself.

*** Posted by Richard Mortimer on 2005-02-16 ***

Three years later and I am still speechless, except to say Betty Ong's self-sacrificing bravery will stay with me always. I never knew Betty or her family yet I reflect on her often as someone who carved a memorable notch in history.  I hope somehow she knows that.  Her family can be very proud, as her effort that day was huge and will always be hugely remembered.  Betty did America proud!

*** Posted by Marciana Saint-Jean on 2004-11-26 ***

I stumbled across this web page by accident, then again maybe not.  I offer heart felt condolences to Betty’s family and friends.  Thank you letting others and me know a little about her.  Your are truly blessed to have had her in your life.  I will never forget her even though I never met her.

*** Posted by John R. Rios on 2004-09-22 ***

You are the wind beneath my wings.
Love you always.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2004-06-21 ***

God bless.
We should all have your bravery and courage.

*** Posted by anonymous on 2004-06-07 ***

Let us never forget our brave citizens......

*** Posted by anonymous on 2004-06-04 ***

Such a sweetheart. Such a tragedy.

*** Posted by David for Betty Ong on 2004-03-13 ***

Nothing less than absolute admiration for your courage in the face of evil.  Rest in peace, Betty.

*** Posted by I work 2 blocks away from WTC on 2004-03-02 ***

I know little of my birth relatives, and with such an unusual name I was shocked to see it associated with this tragedy - I wondered if she might have been a family member, I would never know. We are all related, and so, the loss is felt.

*** Posted by Toni Elizabeth Ong on 2004-02-17 ***

Several weeks have gone by since I heard her.  And then, it was like after a stone has been dropped in the water and creates circles of movement outwards; and now the water is calm again, and we begin to forget what it felt like to hear her as she stood in the middle of a most horrible nightmare, at the end of all things, 5 feet nothing standing at the gates of hell; but yet, just a thin skin of aluminum between her and eternal morning sunshine -- she's earned her wings.

*** Posted by Robert McGuigan on 2004-02-11 ***

Betty:  You were a light in the darkness of that horrific day! May that light shine always! Be at peace Betty. You are a true inspiration! When I am afraid, I will think of you.

*** Posted by Aline on 2004-01-30 ***

Betty is the best Hero in the world, and I love you, Betty!

*** Posted by Shirley Zhan on 2004-01-30 ***

Betty is truely hero in my heart.

*** Posted by Bill Zhan on 2004-01-30 ***

I don't know much of any one there on that flight but I do know that every single one who knew them can go on with there lives and keep a part of thier loved ones in there heart.  God bless you all.

*** Posted by Jammie on 2004-01-29 ***

I appreciate that the commission released Betty's awe inspiring words.  Her cool thinking truly brings light to what happened on AA11 and the other flights as well.  Her insights into the situation did a great service to those who dedicate their lives to keeping America safe.  I will never forget her.  I thank God that her parents brought her into this world and pray for her siblings.  Betty is in heaven as well as in the hearts of the nation and the world.  And I agree with a previous comment in Betty's honor.  There should be a bronze statue of her in every AA flight terminal.  Or better yet, in every airport.  She must be remembered!
-Bethany

*** Posted by Bethany on 2004-01-29 ***

Thank you so much for all you did.  Your bravery will never be forgotten, and you will be remembered as a true American hero.  May you rest in Heaven forever.

*** Posted by Jim O'Brien on 2004-01-28 ***

Hearing her voice for the first time, coming from my car radio, I felt as if I was with her and with all the people on AA11... I couldn't breathe... feeling so sad. Maybe she sensed a danger but her voice certainly sounded calm and was in control. My heart and thoughts go to her family and friends and to the people on board of AA11.

*** Posted by Ying Liu, CSU on 2004-01-28 ***

I was deeply touched reading the stories and obituary about Betty Ong.  Such a sweet and brave girl.  I wept copiously.

*** Posted by S.T. Tjia from Tegal, Indonesia on 2004-01-28 ***

Betty Ong died an American hero.  Listening to her last words brings to tears to my eyes, and words simply can't describe how I feel right now after hearing her tape.  I am overwhelmed with the sadness of what happened during those minutes.

*** Posted by Neil on 2004-01-28 ***

Betty Org of American Flight 11 was a wonderful person who showed great emotional and responsible actions during her phone call to operations before her plane crashed into the WTC on 9/11.  A tribute to her is the least I can do to herald her bravery and the people who gave their lives on that flight.  They show us we must be strong in the wake of the terrorist actions against people throughout the world.  Bless them all and through their bravery and sacrifice of their lives let us all resolve to be better and stronger in the present and in the future to make the world a better place.

*** Posted by Bill Price on 2004-01-28 ***

To hear her voice and see her photograph on the news today really made me sad.  I send my thoughts and prayers to her family and the rest of the families who lost loved ones that day.  God bless the Armed forces of the USA and every other country that are today doing their duties in light of this terrible Tragedy.  God bless you Betty Ong.  I know you are in heaven.

*** Posted by Steve on 2004-01-28 ***

To the Family of Betty Ong,
I could hardly listen to the tape of your daughter.  My heart goes out to you.  My daughter was in Tower One.  She worked for Cantor Fitzgerald.  I know how you feel.  It has been tough.  Your daughter must have been a remarkable person.  She is a hero to me.  Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Mazzotta, Queens, N.Y.

*** Posted by Catherine Mazzotta on 2004-01-28 ***

I just heard the tape.  I'm very saddened.  I feel very grateful to know 3 years later of such a beautiful person and how strong she was.

*** Posted by Michael Rivera on 2004-01-28 ***

I never knew Betty, but reading her story of her last moments here with us, i can only say that she must have been a wonderful woman, and she is in great hands with the Lord above.  my prayers go out to her family and friends. may she never be forgoten.
Mike Thomson from Valley Stream, New york

*** Posted by Micahel Thomson on 2004-01-28 ***

To Betty: May your family be blessed with happy memories of the time they shared with you.

*** Posted by a fellow American on 2004-01-28 ***

My thoughts are with the family of this very courageous and strong woman. Betty is my hero and I know you are very proud of her. Thank you for giving her the strength that she displayed during her phone call.

*** Posted by Dave Pessin on 2004-01-28 ***

Just heard the tape of Betty's phone conversation - without question one of the most awe-inspiring things I have heard in my entire life.  There should be bronze statues of this heroic woman at every AA building on the planet.  God bless you Betty.....

*** Posted by someone proud to be Betty's countryman on 2004-01-28 ***

Betty Ong she was a brave person. Until today I heard about
her calm voice during AA11 hajacking. She was so sweet and
I will remember her forever.

*** Posted by tie jun Yuan on 2004-01-28 ***

Betty was a very courageous and strong woman. She is my hero!!....prakash

*** Posted by WWW.DFW.CC on 2004-01-27 ***

Betty Ong was obviously a very courageous woman.  My heart goes out to her and her family.  How sad!

*** Posted by Angela on 2004-01-27 ***

At the sept 11th commission today, they played a recording of Betty Ong, a flight attendant from flight 11.  It was so tragic. she sounded so calm, she was really trying to hold it together.  One of the people on the other end, Lydia Gonzalez, was present at the hearing today. She was very good.  The whole thing was heartbreaking, I will be bawling the rest of my life over the image of a sparkly blue jambox on the witness stand, & this woman's last words coming out of it.

*** Posted by url on 2004-01-27 ***